The Forest School

Park Lane, Knaresborough, HG5 0DQ

Academy special converter for ages 2–16 in Knaresborough. Mixed intake.

The Forest School is a special academy in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, for ages 2 to 16, with nursery classes and broad SEN provision across communication, interaction, sensory, physical, learning and social, emotional needs. Ofsted judged the school Requires improvement in April 2023.

The school describes itself as a Specialist College for Communication and Interaction for pupils with EHCPs, with a family-type atmosphere and values of friendship and respect.

Ages 2–16 · All-through

148 pupils · On roll

Academy special converter · Mixed

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Primary applications close on 15 January 2027; secondary applications close on 31 October 2026. Sign in and create a planner to keep the deadline and school visits together. See North Yorkshire’s deadlines and how to apply →